Recently, the attention of Blancpains have really caught my eye. It signifies the beginning of the true diving era. During the 1950's Blancpain was the supplier of diving watches for many countries including the German Army, US Navy, and France. These were true tool watches in all aspects. At that time, they were only supplied to these elite class of divers and army as well as to major diving stores including Aqua Lung, classifying them as "civilian" models. Thus, many had the name printed onto the dial as well just like this early example with the 3-6-9-12 dial. Unfortunately, not many ever survived and these days are very collectible. Given you can find one, these command a high value.
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